Controls Engineer 3
$54 per hourCullerton Group
Cullerton Group has a new opportunity for a Controls Engineer 3. The work will be done onsite full-time in Mapleton, IL. This is a long-term 12-month position that can lead to permanent employment with our client. Compensation is up to $54/hr + full benefits (vision, dental, health insurance, 401k, and holiday pay).
Job Summary
Cullerton Group is seeking a Controls Engineer to support advanced manufacturing and foundry automation initiatives within a large-scale industrial environment. This role will focus on controls system design, troubleshooting, programming, upgrades, and continuous improvement projects supporting automated production processes. The engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams to improve system reliability, implement controls enhancements, and support automation technologies including PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and machine safety systems. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge automation projects while helping establish controls engineering standards that can be leveraged across multiple facilities.
Key Responsibilities
• Design, develop, and support control systems from concept through implementation and startup completion
• Program, troubleshoot, and maintain Allen-Bradley PLCs, HMI systems, and automation equipment
• Support robotic systems, including programming, troubleshooting, and process optimization
• Analyze manufacturing processes and implement controls improvements to increase efficiency, reliability, and safety
• Perform technical calculations, system evaluations, firmware/software upgrades, and root-cause troubleshooting for controls-related issues
Required Qualifications
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Automation, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience (7+ years accepted without a degree)
• Minimum 5 years of controls engineering, automation engineering, manufacturing engineering, or related industrial automation experience
• Strong experience with Allen-Bradley PLC programming
• Experience with HMI programming and industrial control systems
• Experience with Fanuc robotic programming and robotic automation systems
• Knowledge of control systems engineering, electrical systems, motor controls, and industrial automation
• Strong troubleshooting, critical thinking, communication, and collaboration skills
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with machine safety design, implementation, and integration
• Experience supporting foundry, manufacturing, heavy industrial, or automated production environments
• Experience leading small-to-medium automation projects
• Familiarity with firmware upgrades, controls documentation, and process improvement initiatives
• Experience mentoring junior engineers or providing technical leadership within automation teams
Why This Role?
This position offers an opportunity to contribute to meaningful engineering and automation work supporting advanced manufacturing operations. You will work on the frontline of foundry automation, helping develop controls engineering standards and automation solutions that can be leveraged across multiple facilities. Cullerton Group provides a professional environment with growth potential, technical development opportunities, and long-term career advancement.
- ...Talent. Right Time. Right Place. Right Price. Job Title: Controls Engineer Location: Mapleton, IL Duration: 12 months (possible extension... ...to this role: Controls/Automation Engineer Top 3 Skills Allen-Bradley PLC programming HMI programming...SuggestedInternship
Net2Source (N2S)
Mapleton, IL8 hours ago - ...Role: Controls/Automation Engineer Location: Mapleton, Illinois Contract Top 3 Skills Allen-Bradley PLC programming HMI programming Fanuc robotic programming Additional Technical Skills (Required) ~ Control systems engineering knowledge...SuggestedContract workInternship
Belcan
Mapleton, IL8 hours ago $50.29 per hour
...Job Title: Controls Engineer Location: Mapleton, IL Zip Code: 61547 Duration: 12 Months Pay Rate: $50.29/hr. Keyword's: #Mapletonjobs; #ControlsEngineerjobs; Start Date: Immediate We provide a competitive pay and benefits package. This position is offering...SuggestedLocal areaImmediate startBelcan
Mapleton, IL8 hours ago- ...Job Description Job Description Description: Controls Engineer Location: Peoria Area Schedule: Monday – Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM Pay... ...Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related field ~3+ years of experience in controls or industrial automation ~...SuggestedFull timeMonday to FridayShift workNight shiftDay shift
$50.05 per hour
...electrical requirements, robotic safety standards, and motor controls - Ensure all relevant safety objectives and legal... ...Additional Technical Skills (Required) - Control systems engineering knowledge (Desired) - Functional machine safety design, implementation...SuggestedHourly payFull timeContract workTemporary workWork experience placementInternship- ...Diversified Services Network, Inc. (DSN) is seeking a full-time Controls/Automation Engineer to join our team in Mapleton, IL! We offer full benefits, PTO, 401k, and more! If you're looking to grow your technical career within an extremely reputable, stable Fortune...Full time
$105k - $120k
...Job Description Job Description Controls Engineer – Peoria, IL Pay: $105,000–$120,000/year Type: Direct Hire Schedule: Full-time Benefits: Paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k), competitive benefits package Location: Peoria, Illinois, United States...Full timeLocal areaRemote workFlexible hours$35 - $45 per hour
...Job Title: Electrical Engineer Location: Peoria, IL Pay Range: $35.00 - $45.00 per hour $5,000 sign-on bonus! Position Overview... ...Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience) ~3+ years of experience in CAD-based design or routing (harness, cable...Hourly payWork at officeRelocation packageEngineeringPeople
Peoria, IL4 days ago- ...Job Description Job Description Our Client a global chemical manufacturer seeks a Process Control Engineer with DCS and PLC programming, ladder logic, and process improvement via controls. Experience: BS EE, Chem E or related with 5+ years experience from a manufacturing...For contractorsWork at office
- ...Job Description Job Description Automation & Controls Engineer Pontiac, IL & Peoria, IL – Full Time Productive Resources ( is seeking a candidate to be part of our engineering team for our customer's facility in Pontiac, IL and Peoria, IL. As a member of our...Full timeTemporary workFlexible hours
- ...Job Description About the Role: The Dealer Service Tools division is seeking an Electrical Harness Engineer to join their dynamic team. This team is responsible for supporting product groups in designing a wide variety of CAT products by developing essential service...InternshipWork at officeLocal area
Kasmo Global
Peoria, IL4 days ago - ...Job Description Job Description Electrical Systems & Harness Design Engineer Peoria, IL – Full Time Productive Resources ( is seeking a candidate to be part of our engineering team for our customer's facility in Peoria, IL. As a member of our team, the selected...Full timeTemporary workImmediate startFlexible hours
$17.75 - $28.75 per hour
...Dewberry is currently seeking an Electrical Engineering Intern for Summer 2026 to work in our Peoria, IL office. Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with more than 60 locations and 2,000+ professionals nationwide. What sets us apart from...Full timeSummer workInternshipSummer internshipWork at officeLocal area- ...Description Summary/Objective Performs development-level engineering work requiring application of standard techniques and procedures... ...status as provided under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Notice to Third Party Agencies TERRA does...Work at officeLocal areaFlexible hours
- Job Description Job Description Electrical Design Engineer I
$85k - $115k
..., Inc. Your future position: Electrical and Automation Design Engineer Location: Peoria, or Chicago, IL Why you should join our team... ...Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), specifications, along with detailed control panel schematics, and other related documents. Integration...Work from homeFlexible hours- ...unrivaled in the industry. The Electrical and Automation Design Engineer is primarily responsible for the engineering design of Water/... ...technology, electrical power distribution, instrumentation and control systems. These systems typically include process...Work experience placement
Do you want to receive more vacancies?
Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Controls Engineer 3. Be the first to apply!
